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| SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | OCTOBER 2024 | 5 By Michele Walter If you didn't see our presentation on the Health Benets of Humor and Laughter presented by Dr. Bains from Loma Linda, please go to our website under Community Awareness or to Channel 97 to view it. From Waste Management: Safety First – Help Prevent Trash Fires It is estimated that more than 5,000 battery-related res occur industry wide each year at material recovery facilities across the U.S. To protect the safety of our home, the community, and WM employees, please be sure to keep hazardous waste out of your curbside carts. Batteries power millions of everyday devices, but their improper disposal can create fast-moving res that are dicult to extinguish. Please note that most batteries cannot be disposed in your trash carts. Battery Disposal: Common Batteries - While you can dispose of these batteries in your trash carts, single-use batteries can be recycled at collections sites. Vehicle Batteries - Do not place in your trash cans. Check with local auto retailers or recycle at a hazardous-waste drop-o location. Lithium-ion Batteries - Do not place in your trash cans. ese batteries are found in cell phones, power tools, digital cameras, laptops, children's toys, e-cigarettes, tablets, and even greeting cards. Visit call2recycle.org or earth911.com to nd drop-o locations for proper disposal Other Fire Hazards: Did you know that coals can stay hot for days aer use? Hot coals or ashes can are up in your cart or ignite when compacted in the back of a trash truck. Coals & Ash - Let coals and ashes completely cool before disposing in a metal container with a tight lid. Oil & Propane - Do not place in trash cans. Check with propane suppliers to see if they accept old bottles in a drop-o recycling program. Pool Chemicals & Paint - Do not place in trash cans. Schedule a home pickup for chemicals with "At Your Door Special Collection" or check with your city for local drop-o options. Questions or concerns? Contact Michele Walter at (951) 202- 8009 or email crystalwater@dc.rr.com. Community Awareness Program PLEASE REPORT ANY SUSPICIOUS INDIVIDUALS, ACTIVITIES, AND THEFTS DIRECTLY TO BANNING POLICE DEPARTMENT BY CALLING 911.